Price comparison

Design

1.has an over-the-ear form

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Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.

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2.has stereo speakers

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Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

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3.has a detachable cable

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With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

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4.has an open-back design

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The device is designed in a way that allows sound to go out through the back of the ear cups, which usually have vents or perforations. This design provides very natural and accurate sound.

For example

Razer Kraken X

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5.can be folded

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Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.

For example

Razer Nari Ultimate

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6.has an L-shaped plug

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An L-shaped plug is better if the jack is on the left or right side of the device, so that the cable isn't bent, and is less likely to break when the device is in your pocket.

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Sound quality

1.highest frequency

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The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Best

Audeze iSine VR

50000Hz

40000Hz

2.impedance

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Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

Best

Audeze iSine VR

16 Ohms

32 Ohms

3.has passive noise reduction

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The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

For example

Taotronics TT-EP005

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4.lowest frequency

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Best

Beyerdynamic MMX 300 (2nd Generation)

5Hz

10Hz

5.sound pressure level

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Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Best

Asus ROG Delta

127dB/mW

102dB/mW

6.driver unit size

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The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

Best

Asus ROG Strix Wireless

60mm

40mm

Microphone

1.has a noise canceling microphone

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These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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2.highest frequency mic

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The highest frequencies that the mic can pick up well. Better for recording treble.

Best

Razer Kraken Pro V2

100000Hz

10000Hz

3.mic sensitivity

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It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.

Best

Creative Sound BlasterX H7

94dBV/Pa

-38dBV/Pa

4.lowest frequency mic

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The lowest frequencies that the mic can pick up well. Better for recording bass. If a microphone is going to be used for speech, a voice microphone, it must have great gain for bass, since human voice is in the low frequencies.

Best

Plantronics RIG 500 Pro Esports Edition

10Hz

100Hz

5.has a removable microphone

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The microphone can be attached or detached if necessary.

For example

LucidSound LS25 eSports

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6.number of microphones

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

Best

ASTRO Gaming A38

4

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Power

1.has a rechargeable battery

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The battery can be recharged and used over again.

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2.has a battery level indicator

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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

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3.has a removable battery

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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.

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4.Battery life

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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.

Best

Turtle Beach Atlas Three

40h

20h

Connectivity

1.has a 3.5mm male connector

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A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

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2.Can be used wirelessly

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Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

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3.compatible with PlayStation

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The headset can be used for playing games on PlayStation video game consoles.

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4.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC

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Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.

For example

ASTRO Gaming A38

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5.Bluetooth version

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Best

Asus ROG Strix Fusion 700

4.2

4.1

Features

1.can be used as a headset

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A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

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2.has a mute function

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The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

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3.has included ear pads

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Allows you to change ear pads without buying new ones.

For example

Audeze iSine VR

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4.control panel placed on a device

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There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

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5.travel bag is included

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The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.

For example

Razer Kraken Pro V2

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6.has voice commands

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You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.